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Peer reviewedPotter, W. James; Ware, William – Journalism Quarterly, 1989
Content-analyzes prime time television to determine the frequency of certain contexts in which prosocial activity is portrayed. Finds that prime time television continues to portray a great deal of prosocial content presented in prosocial contexts. (RS)
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Characterization, Commercial Television, Content Analysis
Peer reviewedPotter, W. James; Ware, William – Communication Research: An International Quarterly, 1987
Analyzes primetime commercial television content showing that heroes, villains, and secondary characters are almost always being rewarded or justified when commiting antisocial acts, frequently portrayed as being internally motivated. The context is also portrayed as very antisocial. (SD)
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Characterization, Commercial Television, Content Analysis
Download full textComstock, Jamie; Strzyzewski, Krystyna – 1989
A study analyzed prime time television programs for the presence of interpersonal predicaments, specifically family conflict and situations involving jealousy, envy, and rivalry. The portrayal of these situations was evaluated according to relevant pro- and antisocial criteria. A total of 17 one-hour episodes and 24 half-hour episodes were…
Descriptors: Antisocial Behavior, Conflict, Content Analysis, Family Relationship
